Beach by Churchill Barriers
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Churchill Barrier Beach
The Orkney and Shetland Explorer 2024
Discover the peace, tranquility, and rich heritage of the beautiful islands of Orkney & Shetland on our mini-cruise to the northernmost reaches of the UK, part of a wider grand tour visiting John O'Groats, historic Stirling and Edinburgh.
DEPARTS - Wednesday 15 May, Wednesday 19 June & Wednesday 11 September 2024
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore historic Orkney at a gentle pace from our base on the Orkneys
- Visit the Italian Chapel, Churchill Barriers, and Skara Brae
- Tour idyllic Shetland Isle and discover its Viking past
- Rich archaeology and history
- Dramatic scenery of the Highland Lines
- Photo-stop at John O’Groats
- Fantastic seascape coastline of the Far North
- One night’s relaxing cruising with modern, en-suite cabins
- Scenic rail journey to Aberdeen along the North Sea coast
- Spend time in historic Stirling, a short walk from the castle and Old Town
- Visit Edinburgh, with a guided walking tour of the ‘Royal Mile’
Also included in your tour fare:
- Dinner every evening
- Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class)
- Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager
From £1529 per adult
Departure days
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
March — August
Contact details
21 The Smithfield Centre
Leek
Staffordshire
England
ST13 5JW
Tour information
Length
7 Days
Transport
Type
Tour Stops
Tour company information
Railtrail Tours
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